College Intern (PCN 04IN1701)

College Intern (PCN 04IN1701)

Salary

$19.49 - $25.99 Hourly

Location

Anchorage or Juneau, AK

Job Type

Intern

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

54615

Department

Revenue

Division

Tax Division

Opening Date

07/22/2026

Closing Date

8/19/2026 5:00 PM Alaska

Division

Tax

Position Open To

Alaska Residents Only

Bargaining Unit

Excluded

Range

8/9/10/12

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Job Description

Come join the State of Alaska!

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Department of Revenue, Tax Division is recruiting for a College Intern in Anchorage or Juneau!

Pay will be determined based on the location of the selected individual.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Hands-on research and analysis that directly informs Alaska's revenue outlook - including tax policy, state revenues, and key industries like energy.
• Spearhead a research/analysis project, culminating in a formal white paper and presentation at the end of the term.
• Work directly with the Alaskas official revenue forecast, as well as its fiscal and economic models.
• Contribute to real-world policy by analyzing legislation and proposed tax changes that could impact the state's financial future.
• Build valuable technical skills using enterprise-level database and accounting systems, advanced Excel tools, and statistical analysis software.

Mission and Values/Culture:

The Tax Division's mission is to collect taxes, inform stakeholders, and regulate charitable gaming, and the Economic Research Group supports that work by providing clear, meaningful analysis that helps Alaska make smart financial decisions. As an intern, you'll join a team that values curiosity, strong analytical skills, and a genuine interest in Alaska's economy, while giving you the chance to work on projects that matter. We're looking for motivated students who enjoy digging into data and collaborating with others to produce high-quality, impactful work.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

Joining the Economic Research Group gives you the chance to work on real policy-neutral analysis, gain broad exposure to Alaska's major fiscal issues, and contribute to building a sustainable future for the state. You'll also take on a major project tailored to your interests, with opportunities to explore all areas of the team's work.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

This position is based in the Atwood Building in downtown Anchorage. After your initial training, the option of hybrid telework may be explored to further support productivity and a strong work-life balance.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Economics: Knowledge of economic policy, principles, and practices, market and non-market values, and the analysis and reporting of economic data.
• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
• Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

If you can imagine yourself in this role, we encourage you to apply!

Minimum Qualifications

College Intern 1

Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter).

College Intern 2

Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);

AND

In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;

AND

Have successfully completed training as a College Intern 1 or 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program.

College Intern 3

Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);

AND

In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;

AND

Have successfully completed training as a College Intern 2 or 56 semester (84 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program.

AND

Currently enrolled in and attending upper division classes in a declared major related to the body of work to be performed.

College Intern 4

Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);

AND

In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;

AND

Have successfully completed training as a College Intern 3 or 88 semester (132 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program of which at least 12 semester (16 quarter) hours were upper division coursework in a declared major directly related to the assigned duties and responsibilities.

Special Note:

Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.

Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter).

"Upper division courses" means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a disciplines theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.

Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.

Additional Required Information

NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

The College Intern position is intended for students currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited post-secondary college in an undergraduate degree program.

In your application, you should:

• Document your GPA, and

• Describe your relevant education and work or volunteer experiences as they pertain to the job description above.

• Provide any other information requested in the job description

• Attach any required documents such as a cover letter

In addition, your application will be reviewed to determine if you possess the experience and strengths we are seeking in an employee.

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours completed. Copies of transcripts will be required at the time of interview.

AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION, the applicant must attach as individual documents the following items (If unable to attach documents, please fax or email the contact listed below):

• Proof of university enrollment
• Copy of academic transcripts

IF SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW, the applicant must provide the following:

• List of at least 3 professional references.
• Copy of two most recent performance reviews or if unavailable, two letters of recommendation

BACKGROUND CHECK

The successful candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation, which includes a criminal history check.

DISCLOSURE OF PRIOR STATE EMPLOYMENT

All employment with the State of Alaska, including but not limited to full-time, part-time, seasonal, temporary, on-call, etc. positions must be disclosed in your application. Failure to provide this information may result in the disqualification of your application.

BARGAINING UNIT

If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee, do not complete this question.

EDUCATION

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED

This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate's credibly possessed and proven competencies. If hired at the lower level, you will be promoted to the higher level after successfully completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

APPLICATION NOTICE

You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via a hard copy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or another database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hard-copy application to apply successfully. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/help/

NOTICE

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure that your email address is correct on your application and that your spam filter will permit emails from the governmentjobs.com domain. For information on allowing emails from the governmentjobs.com domains, visit the Lost Password Help page at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal-opportunity employer.

WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov

For assistance with applying for a password, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword

Contact Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:

Dan Stickel, Chief Economist

Email: dan.stickel@alaska.gov

Phone Number: 907-465-3279

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
• The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
• AVTEC
• Confidential
• Correctional Officers
• Marine Engineers
• Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
• Supervisory
• Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatmans Union
• Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)

The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.

• General Government
• Labor, Trades and Crafts
• Public Safety Employees Association
• Masters, Mates & Pilots

Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
• Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
• Supplemental Survivor Benefits

Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

01

This position is flexibly staffed and may be filled at the 1, 2, 3, or 4 level. Please indicate the level for which you are applying. IMPORTANT NOTE: You may only be considered for the levels in which you indicate. It is recommended that you apply for all levels.

• Level 1
• Level 2
• Level 3
• Level 4

02

Which location are you applying for?

• Anchorage
• Juneau

Required Question

Employer State of Alaska

Address PO Box 110201

Juneau, Alaska, 99811

Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)

(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)

Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/